McNeil River State Game Sanctuary

2012 is underway and it is time to start thinking about applying for the McNeil River State Game Sanctuary viewing permits for this summer.

McNeil River State Game Sanctuary is operated by the Alaska Department of Fish and Game. Permits for bear viewing at the McNeil River available through a lottery system with applications due March 1.

For more information please visit ADF&G's website
http://www.adfg.alaska​.gov …ngpermits.mcnei​l_overview

McNeil River is not for everyone. It is a camping experience. You bring your own food and sleep in a tent. BUT if you are looking for a little adventure and want to see some bears definitely look into it.

I have been a bear viewing guide up and down the coast of Cook Inlet and have seen more than my fair share of bears but I couldn't have dreamed up McNeil river in my wildest dreams.

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nice, 3 and 4 are my favorites

It is not just bears...

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